Introduction: Meet your new favorite DIY project: the adorable monster baby toy! With its big eyeball, crazy mouth, and colorful ribbon hair, this plush toy is sure to delight any little one. In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through the steps to create your very own monster baby toy, perfect for gifting or keeping for your own little monster.
Step-by-Step Tutorial:
- Start with a Simple Shape: Begin by cutting out a simple shape for your monster toy. You can use any fabric you like, but make sure it’s soft and baby-friendly.
- Add a Mouth: Cut out a mouth shape from the front piece of your fabric. This will not only give your monster character but also provide a grip for little hands.
- Create the Eye: Cut out a large eyeball from scrap fabric and stitch it onto the front piece of your monster toy. For the other eye, simply stitch an ‘X’ shape using embroidery floss or thread.
- Attach Ribbon Hair: Cut several 4-inch pieces of ribbon and stitch them onto the top of your monster’s head, with the raw edges even. This will give your monster a fun and colorful hairstyle.
- Sew Front and Back Together: Place the front and back pieces of your monster toy together, right sides facing, and stitch around the edges, leaving the mouth area open. If you didn’t cut out a mouth, leave an opening to turn your monster inside out.
- Turn Inside Out: Turn your monster right-side out through the mouth opening. This may require some patience, but it’s worth it for the finished result.
- Stuff with Filling: Fill your monster toy with poly-fil or another stuffing material, making sure to avoid filling the mouth area too much to prevent choking hazards. Consider adding a piece of crinkly plastic or a jingle bell for added sensory fun.
- Close the Mouth: Baste the mouth shut using a tight machine stitch, then trim any excess fluff and thread. Wrestle a narrow piece of double-sided bias tape around the mouth, ensuring it’s securely attached.
- Final Touches: Once the mouth is securely closed, your monster baby toy is complete! Give it a final once-over to ensure all seams are secure and trim any loose threads.
Conclusion: Congratulations, you’ve just created your very own monster baby toy! This fun and quirky plush toy is sure to be a hit with any little one, providing hours of entertainment and cuddles. Whether you keep it for yourself or gift it to a special someone, this DIY project is a guaranteed success. Enjoy watching your little monster play and explore with their new favorite toy!
